If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service centre. How to replace the Fuse Open the fuse compartment with a flat blade screwdriver, and replace the fuse.
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Thank you for choosing this FD Trinitron Integrated Digital Television Before operating the TV, please read this instruction manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
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Safety information This set is to operate on a 220-240V AC supply only. Take care not to connect too many appliances to the same power socket as this could result in fire or electric shock. Do not open the cabinet and the rear cover of the TV.
Getting started Checking the accessories supplied... 4 Inserting batteries into the remote control ... 4 Connecting an aerial and a VCR to the TV... 5 Switching on the TV ... 5 Automatically tuning the TV... 6 Switching between digital and analogue programmes ... 7 Finding your video channel ...
Getting started Follow steps Checking the accessories supplied VIDEO PROG MENU Remote control Inserting batteries into the remote control Place a coin in the slot at the bottom of the remote control. Turn anti clockwise to release the battery compartment. Always remember to dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly way.
Connecting an aerial and a VCR to the TV Connecting an aerial only (SMARTLINK) DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT ANALOGUE . . . MODEM 5V 200mA R/D/D/D L/G/S/I RF loopthrough lead (supplied) Connecting an aerial and a VCR (SMARTLINK) DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT ANALOGUE .
Automatically tuning the TV PROG When you switch on the TV for the first time, the Sony logo appears on the TV screen followed by the ‘Memory Stick’ logo, then the Language/Country menu with the word ‘English’ highlighted. Press the V or v buttons on the remote control to highlight your required language.
Switching between digital and analogue programmes Finding your video channel PROG Press the DIGITAL/ button on the remote control to switch between digital and analogue mode. Notes: If the TV is in digital mode an information banner appears briefly on screen when you change channels.
Getting started Overview of the TV buttons The TV buttons can be found on the control panel on the front of the TV. An expanded view is shown below. MEMORY STICK Note: When the ‘Memory Stick’ is reading or wriiting data, the memory stick indicator lights up in red.
For numbers 10 and above, enter the second digit within 2 seconds. GUIDE button Press to launch digital text or digital interactive services. MODE button This remote operates not only Sony DVDs and VCRs, also those made manufacturers. Press this button repeatedly to select the type of equipment you want to control.
Basic operation Viewing a digital text service Most digital TV channels broadcast information via their text service. This digital service includes high quality text and graphics along with advanced navigation options. Additionally, this TV has access to dedicated text channels transmitted by the broadcasting authorities.
Viewing traditional teletext PROG Most analogue TV channels broadcast a text service. The index page (usually page 100) provides information on how to use the service. Please ensure you are receiving a strong signal or some text errors may occur. Switching on the text service Select the TV channel that carries the text service you wish to view.
Basic operation Viewing a traditional text service MENU Using the text menu You can access more features by using the text menu: Press the button on your remote control to enter the conventional text mode. With the text display on screen, press the MENU button to display the ‘Teletext’...
Changing the screen format manually The broadcaster may transmit programmes in more than one format (e.g. 4:3 format or Widescreen format). You can change the screen format manually to suit the broadcast you are watching. Press the button on the remote control to choose one of the 5 formats listed below.
Digital features The Digital Info display This display gives you information for the current programme being shown and for the next scheduled programme. Press the button on the remote control to view the Info display. If the display does not appear, press the DIGITAL/ mode, then press the button to view the Info display.
The Main menu The Main menu contains several features that allow you to customise the digital side of the TV. The Main menu is only available when watching digital channels. To check you are in digital mode, press the DIGITAL/ banner appears briefly on screen when you change channels.
Digital features The Main menu Parental Control This feature allows you to set an age limit for viewing programmes. If any films or programmes classed above the age limit you have set are broadcast, you will be requested to enter a PIN code before viewing is allowed. If you have not already set a PIN code: Press the button on the remote control to obtain the Digital Info display.
The Main menu Manual Tuning This feature allows you to manually add digital channels one by one to your TV. Press the button on the remote control to obtain the Digital Info display. Press the BLUE button to display the Main menu. Press the V or v button to highlight ‘Detail Set-up’...
Digital features The Main menu Software Download Periodically Sony will issue updates for the software that controls your TV. This feature will allow you to automatically receive updates through your existing aerial. Press the button on the remote control to obtain the Digital Info menu.
The Main menu CAM Setup (depending on availability of service) This feature allows you to access a pay-TV service once you have obtained a Conditional Access Module (CAM) and a viewing card. supplier for details. Switch off the TV and unplug from the mains. Insert the CAM into the socket on the rear of the TV as shown.
Digital features The Channel Index menu MENU The Channel Index menu provides a quick and easy way to:- a) View a complete list of programmes available for selection b) Obtain a preview of the programmes contained in the list c) Create a list relating to a category of programme, e.g. Sports or Movies d) Store programmes into a personal favourite list The Channel Index menu is only available in digital mode.
The Channel Index menu The Category pop-up list The Category pop-up list allows you to search for programmes quickly by dividing the channels into different categories. For example, if you select ‘News’ from the Category pop-up list, then only programmes related to News will be shown in the Channel Index menu.
Digital features The EPG menu The EPG menu (Electronic Programme Guide) provides a quick and easy way to:- a) View a complete list of the programmes available. b) Obtain a preview of the programmes currently being broadcast. Create a list relating to a category of programme, e.g. Sports or Movies. d) Record programmes.
The EPG menu To select a programme for recording or timed display With the EPG menu on screen, press the V, v, B or b buttons to highlight a future programme in the EPG menu that you wish to record, then press the OK button.
TV menu system The following pages explain the TV set up menus and their operation. Although most of these menus can be accessed whilst watching digital programmes, we recommend you view them in analogue mode. To check which mode you are in, press the remote control.
Sound Adjustment menu This menu allows you to customise the sound. Highlight the required option and press b to select. The table below explains each option and how to use it. Option Sound Effect This option allows you to select one of four sound modes.
TV menu system Features menu This menu allows you to set the sleep timer and to set a signal to be output from the AV3 socket. The table below explains each option and how to use it: Auto Format With this option switched on, the TV can automatically adjust the picture size to suit the broadcast.
TV menu system Manual Set Up menu This menu gives you access to more advanced features. The options are: Language/Country When you first installed the TV you were asked to select your language and country. The ‘Language/Country’ option in the ‘Manual Set Up’ menu allows you to change these settings.
TV menu system Manual Programme Preset menu (for analogue channels only) To check which mode you are in, press the watching a digital programme, an Info display appears on screen providing brief details for the current and next programme. If this happens, press the DIGITAL/ the remote control to switch to analogue channels.
Further Programme Preset menu (for analogue channels only) To check which mode you are in, press the watching a digital programme, an Info display appears on screen providing brief details for the current and next programme. If this happens, press the DIGITAL/ the remote control to switch to analogue channels.
‘Index’, ‘Slideshow’ and ‘Setup’. Notes: Memory Stick’ and the logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. DCF (Design rules for Camera File systems) is a standard file name format for digital still cameras, DV camcorders etc. It is supported by SONY and other manufacturers.
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Index This feature enables you to view on screen the JPEG DCF format pictures from your Memory Stick Index memory stick. Page + Page 1/3 Slideshow This feature allows you to display all the memory stick pictures as a slideshow presentation on the TV screen.
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Memory Stick operation Setup This feature allows you to (1) set the length of time for a picture to be displayed during a slideshow, (2) set a slideshow to continuously repeat, (3) display file information and (4) rotate a picture on screen Press the MEMORY STICK button on the remote control to display the ‘Memory Stick’...
Adjusting settings of Memory Stick pictures You can adjust the contrast, brightness, colour and sharpness settings of memory stick pictures whilst they are displayed on the TV screen. Display a memory stick picture on screen (see ‘Index’ section on page 30). Press the MENU button to display the ‘Picture Adjustment’...
Connecting other equipment Connecting Other Equipment to the TV A wide range of equipment can be connected to the TV through the front and rear sockets. Connecting equipment to the rear sockets Decoder/Set top box (SMARTLINK) DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT ANALOGUE .
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Connecting equipment to the rear sockets Decoder/Set top box (SMARTLINK) DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT ANALOGUE . . . MODEM 5V 200mA R/D/D/D L/G/S/I Hi-Fi Note: Connecting cables are not supplied. Connecting a MD/DAT player Connect a suitable optical lead from the E socket of the TV socket of your player.
Connecting other equipment Connecting equipment to the front sockets MONO L/G/S/I R/D/D/D MEMORY STICK MEMORY STICK Note: Connecting cables are not supplied. Headphones MONO R/D/D/D L/G/S/I Connecting a PlayStation Connect the lead supplied with your playstation to the sockets H (video input), and I (left and right audio input).
Using the remote control with VCR and DVD players This remote control has been configured to operate not only Sony DVDs and VCRs but also those made by other manufacturers. To operate other makes of DVD and VCR using this remote control, complete the following procedure: Find the 3 digit code for your brand from the list below.
Additional Information Specifications TV System Colour System Channel Coverage Picture Tube Sound Output Power Consumption Dimensions (w x h x d) Weight Rear Terminals Front Terminals Accessories Supplied I/DVB-T NTSC 3.58, 4.43 (only Video In) MPEG-2 MP@ML UHF: B21 - B69 KV-32NX200 FD Trinitron Approx.
• If you continue to have these problems, have your TV serviced by qualified personnel or you can contact the Sony Customer Information Line on 0870 599 1999. • NEVER open the casing yourself. Additional Information Solutions •...